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The Chronicle Telegram

Location

Elyria, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 19, 1920

Page

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Reported Taken Prisoner On Polish Front

Alarming military reports on the Bolshevik front detail Polish reverses and possible surrenders. The dispatch cites two Polish regiments annihilated and prisoners taken, with claims of Minsk fall and Warsaw occupation by Soviet forces. Berlin disputes Warsaw routs as exaggerated.

Taegliche Rundsom Breslau Minsk Dunaburg Warsaw Jer Czenstochow Lemburg Tel Associated Press

Price agreements between manufacturers and dealers alleged

Attorney General Palmer charged criminal violations of the Sherman Act for procuring price fixing with dealers to maintain resale prices. The Colgate case is cited where agreements included exchange of letters or verbal conversations. Officials say reductions in prices have not occurred due to official actions and living costs.

Colgate Com Palmer Ferm Colgate

Treasury Office Guarded During Tax Rush

Backus reports 1 guarded treasury office as deputies patrol corridors during tax collection rush. Funds are guarded with loaded weapons at strategic points to prevent alarms, approved by county commissioners.

Backus Ral

Stown Rubber Ends Curtain Production Amid Strikes

Production at the Stown Rubber plant halted indefinitely due to a government notice. The shutdown follows a combination of distribution issues, railroad strikes, and other disruptions affecting several companies in the area.

the Rubber Company

European leaders gather for Boulogne conference

London reports high interest as Premier Lloyd George and Premier Millerand prepare for a Boulogne meeting with France Great Britain Italy Japan Belgium and Greece to discuss European and near eastern crises. Turkish nationalist risks in Anatolia under Mustapha Kemal Pasha loom, while German indemnity discussions between Britain and France show tentative progress and Italy’s compensation claims are under review.

London Lloyd George Millerand France Hythe Kent Boulogne Great Britain Italy Japan Belgium Greece Europe Near East Lloyd I'George Mitterand Russia Turkey Germany Poland Anatolia Mustphat Kemal Pasha Ismid Smyrna

Fire at Fame Laundry Building Wrecks Toledo Plant

A blaze in Toledo last night caused $65,000 damage to the Fame Laundry Building. The fire forced 90 workers from their jobs while six firemen were injured by glass and falling bricks after two hours of battling the flames.

Toledo Fame

Wellington Woman Dies at Memorial Hospital

Mrs. Ernest Carson of 38 North Main Street Wellington died at Memorial hospital this morning after an extended illness. Her remains were taken to her old home and funeral arrangements have not yet been made.

Ernest Carson North Main Street Wellington

Swede Physician Gustave Zander Dies at 85

Stockholm reports the death of Gustave Zander famed as a Swedish physician and founder of the Zande system of tedico mechanic gymnastics. He died Thursday at age 85 leaving a legacy in medical and physical education circles.

Stockholm Gustave Zander zieTs

Elwell Murder Mystery Deepens In New York

The Elwell murder investigation widens as District Attorney Joyce says two to four persons may know the killer. Key figures include Miss Wilson the Elwell housekeeper, Viola Kraus, Walter Lewisohn, Signor P Figureoa, and Helen Derby Elwell, among others, with cross questioning planned.

New York Joseph B. Elwell Joyce Joseph Browne Elwell Lved West 70Th Street Wall Street Walter Lewisohn Fifth Avenue Lewisohn Bros Viola Kraus Civoreee Elwell Miss Kraus Lavisohn Signor P. Figureoa South America Lewisohns Victor von Schlegel Husbband von Schlezel Helen Derby Elwell Richard Elwell Marie Larsen

Irish Riots in Londonderry Amid Nationalist Unionist Clash

Londonderry endured another night of rioting between Nationalists and Unionists with pistol and rifle fire. A two hour battle along the riverside ended when troops restored order by midnight. Several wounded and a policeman killed. soldiers later secured quiet in Fountain Street and Bridge Street areas.

Londonderry Ireland Ulster Fountain Street Sinn Fein Bridge Street

Orphans to Visit Elyria and Lorain County Hosts

Fifty boy and girl orphans from the Springfield state home will visit Elyria and Lorain County July 11 and 12. Local lodges coordinate activities with a county committee and the orphans arrive with a boys band. They will perform at the high school on Saturday and in the city park on Sunday, with local and state officials speaking.

Elyria Lorain E. G Jenkins Rebekah Odd Fellow Lodges

Building Permits Tail Off Amid High Costs

City construction activity runs with crews racing to finish on fine days while new building permits lag. So far this month permits total under $15,000, far below levels seen in the previous three years, blamed on rising material and labor costs, though contractors expect work to extend until snow falls.

Local Attorney Reports Tax Legislation Meeting

Attorney Robert H. Rice attended a Columbus State Chamber of Commerce session on tax legislation. About a hundred members from chambers and labor and farm groups heard State Auditor Donahue and other prominent speakers discuss forming a cooperative program of tax reforms.

Robert H. Rice Columbus State Chamber of Commerce Donahue

Predict Rain Outlook for Ohio Valley and Great Lakes

Weather predictions for the coming week begin Monday as the Ohio Valley and Great Lakes region experience moderate temperatures with considerable cloudiness and occasional rains. The outlook covers the week ahead with persistent showers possible in parts of the region.

Washington Ohio Valley Great Lakes

Wellington Man Issued Action Over Attorney Fees

Cleveland attorneys sue John T. Lister of Wellington for 6250 dollars in attorney fees claiming services in ninety consultations and by telephone were rendered with no compensation.

Hole & Hole Cleveland Atorneys John T. Lister Wellington

Lorain Man Seeks Divorce From Wife

David Graham of Lorain asks the court to grant a divorce from Muriel Graham on gross neglect of duty and abandonment. He alleges she threatened his life and verbally abused him, then left. he claims she was living with an Italian in Fosterita at last reports.

David Graham Lorain Muriel Graham

Gimbel Brothers executives held on profiteering charges

Frederick Gimbel first vice president of Gimbel Brothers department stores was arrested by justice department agents on charges of clothing profiteering. Dowdell merchandise manager and C B Slanter clothing buyer also arrested. Warrant hearings linked to 185 grand jury presented cases. Related charges in Philadelphia target Gimbel Brothers food profiteering.

New York Frederick Gimbel Gimbel Brothers Department Store Department of Justice Gimbel Dowdell - General C. B. Slanter Lester S. Katfar Palmer J. J. Price Gimbel Firm Grand Gimbel Brothers Philadelphia Price

Wilson Signs Water Power Measure and Related Bills

President Wilson approved the water power development bill as part of a broader congressional package. Two war time law repeals and a trade-embargo negotiation bill were not signed. An act to enable motor equipment transfer to agriculture for road work and a bridge bill also passed. enlistment of English speaking citizens and aliens was approved.

Washington Wilson United States Department of Agriculture

Afghan forces mass at front to attack British India

A Moscow dispatch reports Afghan troops concentrating at the India Afghan front with intent to strike at British forces in India. The claim emphasizes rising tensions between Afghan units and British authorities amid regional conflict.

London Moscow India

Local Waltonites Find Season to Their Liking

Walton anglers welcome bass season but heavy rains slowed fishing. White bass catfish perch and pike are rising in Vermilion River lakes and tributaries with Bay Bridge a noted white bass ground. Stone rollers hinder catches though several parties plan Sunday returns for fish dinners.

Issac Walton Mill Hollow Vermilion River Huron Fremont Bay Bridge

Alomia Named Interior Secretary in Mexico City Cabinet

Salvador Martinez Alomia was appointed secretary of the interior today completing the provisional cabinet. The government returned the Mexican railway to its British owners led by Queen Mary as principal stockholder. Names listed include Ray Church 36 laborer and Grace Temple 36 clerk. Elyria and Lorain residents appear with jobs and ages.

Mexico City Salvador Martinez Alomia Queen Mary Ray Church Grace Temple Elyria Jas D. Jardine Carpenter Eric Beatrice Williams Lorain Julius Cox Susan Millspaugh

Attempt Made On Life of Former German Emperor

A vague report from Holland says a life attempt on former German Emperor William II occurred around 5 pm Wednesday. William is reported unharmed. a man described as a Belgian-turned-German allegedly used a pass to enter the castle and aim at Count Hohenzollern. Official word was not confirmed and details remain unclear.

Holland William of Germany William Gaid Hohenzollern M.pereboom Associated Press Wiliam Hohenzoller

Guards rushed to Duluth to reinforce jail security

National guardsmen from the state arrived at Fort Snelling to reinforce the St Louis county jail where 14 Black inmates are held after an attack on a white girl. Sheriff Magier alleged plans to assault the jail and lynch the prisoners. The guards report to Adjutant General Rhinow and four officers. Duluth reported as quiet this morning.

Duluth Minn National Fort Snelling St. Louis County Magier Burnquist St. Paul Ajutant W. PF. Rhinow Omeigls Ould ‘Derve

Erie County Board Seeks Damages Over School Contract

The Birmingham Erie County Board of Education sues William Sheek and Southern Surety Co. for 36,389 claiming Sheek failed to complete a $19,777 new school building contract and that he was bonded by the Surety Co. The suit seeks judgment for the amount alleged.

Board of Education Birmingham Erie Co William Sheek Souther Surety Co Sheek Surety Co

Labor Committee Seeks Candidates Stances on Key Issues

The Non-Partisan Political Committee led by R. B. Whitehead aims to gauge legislative candidates on current questions. The fourteenth district and other panels will present identical questions, publish findings when complete, and judge candidates only after their positions are stated. The effort stresses justice and open-mindedness.

R. B. Whitehead Whitehead American Federation of Whiteheal

German Tonnage Through Panama Canal Rises in April

Acting Governor Morrow reported to Secretary Baker that four German ships totaling 25 000 tons passed the Panama Canal in April, paying 2087% in tolls.

Washington Morrow Panama Canal Baker

Germany seeks three billion credit to cover Versailles costs

Berlin reports approval will be requested next week for a three billion mark credit to fund emergency expenditures and meet current obligations stemming from the Versailles treaty. The news bulletin identifies urgent needs tied to wartime and postwar obligations.

Berlin Teichstag Versailles

Crow Hunt Promises Excitement in Lorain County

Crow hunting to be staged next Wednesday by Lorain County Fish and Game Club members draws strong attention. Captains Bradley and Schmitkens organized sides for about two hundred men to participate. The drive will cover the county with nightly reports at Guth's barber shop where heads will be counted. The longer shall banquet theinker at which crow pie will be the de resistance.

Loraine Chamber of Commerce Bradley Schmitkens Guth

U.S. Destroyers Withdraw From the Black Sea

The destroyers Duport Tattnall and Biddle left Constantinople today for New home duties in the Black Sea and eastern Mediterranean. The ships remain on duty in the region.

Constantinople The United States Duport Tattnall Biddle New Black Sea Mediterranean

Injury verdict for minor in negligence suit

The case of Frank Mac Hinsky a minor versus Co A Hipp of Norwalk reached verdict in the court of common pleas. The jury awarded $300 in damages after Hipp struck the boy on Broad near Cedar Street causing hospitalization and four months of lost time.

Frank Machinsky Co. A. Hipp Norwalk Court of Common Pleas Broad Cedar Street Hipp

Women Seek English Only School Instruction Resolution

A proposal presented at the General Federation of Women's Clubs biennial convention in Des Moines urges English as the sole language of public school instruction. The americization committee backs the measure and seeks independent citizenship for women with naturalization for alien children at majority by court.

Des Moines General Federation of Women’s Clube Americanization Committee

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